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Cloudland Canyon 50

Name: Cloudland Canyon 50
Start: 2026-12-05
End: 2026-12-06
Location: Rising Fawn

Rising Fawn, United States • 5-6 Dec 2026

Cloudland Canyon 2026

Cloudland Canyon takes place December 5-6, 2026 in Rising Fawn, GA. All races start and finish in Cloudland Canyon State Park. The event offers multiple trail distances with specified elevation gain and official cutoff times.

Distances offered:

50M: 6500 ft gain, 15:30 hour cutoff
50K: 4500 ft gain, 11 hour cutoff
25K: 2200 ft gain, 5.5 hour cutoff
5M: 800 ft gain, 1.5 hour cutoff

Maps, aid station breakdowns, and cutoff time details are provided for each distance. A runner handbook contains complete race information, rules, and frequently asked questions. The event materials also include separate information for crew and pacers.

Volunteer roles are organized and volunteers can earn a free race entry. The description focuses on logistics and course support details rather than promotional content. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Georgia Rising Fawn

Race information

Website

50 mi

50m

50 km

50k

25 km

25k

5 mi

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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